Mangalore: Bonanza for bike lovers as over a dozen Harleys vroom into city
Mangalore, Jan 31 (DHNS): Bike lovers in Mangalore got a chance to watch one of the most decorated brands among the motor cycles in the world, as a rally of Harley-Davidson bikes reached here, for halt, on Wednesday night.
The bikes, which started their journey from Cochin, are on their way to Goa, to participate in the first ever Harley Davidson National Bike rally, which will kick start from today. The rally is being conducted as a part of India Bike Week, which will be starting from February 2 in Goa. This is for the first time, an exclusive Harley Davidson rally is being conducted as a part of the India Bike Rally.
600 H-D bikes
A total of 600 H-D bikes and 800 individuals are expected to participate in the rally. Thirteen ‘hog boys’ (nick name of Harley Davidson bike owners), from different parts of Kerala, were there in the rally, which passed through Mangalore. Satheesh Kumar, who is working in Jordan and Sidique, who is working in Dubai, have come to India with the sole purpose to attend the rally.
Satheesh Kumar, who is working as IT Project Manager with USAID in Amman, Jordan, has got two Harley Davidson bikes, one each in India and Jordan. He also holds an International HD owners membership card too. “Harley Davidson bike is a craze for me. I feel proud of being an H-D bike owner,” he said.
The team, which started their journey from Cochin on Wednesday early morning, will be covering 774 kilo meters, as they reach Goa by Thursday evening.
“I have bought my ‘Sportster 48’ two months back. I am very happy to be the part of the privileged group of Harley Davidson bike owners,” said Nabeel from Kasargod.
The different models of H-D bikes in the rally are ‘Softail,’ Dyna,’ ‘V-Rod,’ ‘Sportster 48,’ ‘Superlow,’ ‘Fatboy,’ ‘Iron 883’ and ‘Heritage Softail’. The engine power of the bikes ranges from 900 cc to 1800 cc. The price of H-D bikes in India ranges from Rs 6.75 lakh to Rs 32 lakh.
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R.Bhandarkar., M
Thu, Jan 31 2013@William-Yep-
Climb without Fear
Rates will make you
'Climb-Down' Automatically !
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William, Bantwal
Thu, Jan 31 2013It is a great news to bike riders. I want such bikes with fat tyres. I can climp mountains without any fear.
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Joe Britto, Nakre/Bangalore
Thu, Jan 31 2013Great to see this happening in our Mangalore.
I have been a great admirer and lover of Old Bikes and once owned a Royal Enfield ( 1956 Model ) and a BSA (Gold Star) in my younger days.It used to be a great pleasure to ride these English Bikes. Even on rough terrain these bikes would actually recreate the road and riding was a immense pleasure ALWAYS!
Although these Bikes seem rather heavy, the fact is that the heavier a bike is the easier it is to handle it. Mind you I was puny at 5'3" and just 37 kilos in 1976 when I would maneuver the Bullet which was more than double my weight , but able to put it on the Main Stand with just ease with one finger and also start it with half a kick.It's just the right knack !
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R.Bhandarkar., M
Thu, Jan 31 2013Satya Panpe...
Deveraanja...
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(10 Varsha Dumbu Dethonde!
Yaan Aven Budthe...
Aaye Nannah Laa
Budhond Ulle!!)
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Yank Daane...??
Satya Pandaah
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sk, iddya
Thu, Jan 31 2013Harley-Davidson motorcycles have been a beloved brand of motorcycles for many years. Thousands of people enjoy riding their Harleys on the open road with nothing but the sound of the wind blowing past their helmet and the roar of the engine rumbling beneath them. Since Harley-Davidson motorcycles are such a popular and high-quality brand of motorcycle, many people search for Harleys when shopping for a motorcycle. Though buying a brand new Harley may seem appealing, there are many benefits to buying a used Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
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R.Bhandarkar., M
Thu, Jan 31 2013Bonanzaa
Pandaah?
Bodaandaa
20 Laksha-1 Koti Peenkodu-!!
Yenchinna Bonananzaa
Kaali Tuyere??
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lawrence D souza, Bangalore
Thu, Jan 31 2013this bike is my dream
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